The rational number Example

The video tutorial explains how to express fractions as recurring decimals by dividing the numerator by the denominator. It provides a practical example using a calculator to divide 1 by 3, resulting in a recurring decimal. The tutorial further explains the notation for recurring digits and demonstrates how to read and write these decimals.

What is the first step in converting a fraction to a recurring decimal?

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Add the numerator and the denominator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

When using a calculator to convert 1/3 into a decimal, what is the result?

• 0.33

• 0.3333

• 0.3

• 0.333...

Which digit is identified as repeating in the decimal form of 1/3?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How do you denote a recurring digit in a decimal?

• By underlining the digit

• By placing a dot above the digit

• By placing a star next to the digit

• By writing the digit in bold

How is the recurring decimal 0.3 read?

• Zero point three

• Zero point three three three

• Zero point three recurring

• Zero point three three